APES Unit 3

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What are pioneer species?

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Pioneer species are the first organisms to colonize previously uninhabited or disturbed environments, such as lichens and mosses.

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What does age structure refer to in a population?

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Age structure describes the distribution of individuals of different ages within a population.

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What is a generalist species?

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A generalist species is one that has a wide range of dietary habits and can thrive in various habitats.

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What characterizes Type I survivorship curves?

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Type I survivorship curves are characterized by low death rates in early and middle life, with a dramatic increase in death rates in older age.

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NGSS.HS-LS4-2

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What is emigration in population dynamics?

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Emigration is the process by which individuals leave a population, leading to a decrease in population size.

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Define climax species.

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Climax species are stable, mature species that dominate an ecosystem at its final stage of ecological succession.

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What is the difference between generalist and specialist species?

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Generalist species can thrive in a variety of environments and have diverse diets, while specialist species have specific habitat and dietary requirements.

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What are limiting factors in ecology?

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Limiting factors are environmental conditions that restrict the growth, abundance, or distribution of an organism or a population.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-1

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Explain the concept of carrying capacity.

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Carrying capacity is the maximum number of individuals of a species that an environment can sustainably support.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-4

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What is the significance of biodiversity in ecosystems?

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Biodiversity enhances ecosystem productivity, stability, and resilience, allowing ecosystems to better withstand environmental changes.

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